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He was dubbed ‘easy listening’ but this was nonsense. His dazzling music, a result of classical tuition and nights in bebop clubs, defied categories – and made stars of soul singers, rock bands and mum-friendly crooners

The prolific composer/songwriter reportedly passed in his L.A. home.

Of the worlds greatest singers. # magic moments... with the lyricist hal david, he created hits like the look of love, raindrops keep fallin on my head and magic moments. we never finished a song in one day, because he would like to go home to long island and i would want to go back to my apartment and work on what we were working on, and maybe finish it the next day or the day after that. so, you dont get awards for writing five songs a day. # whats it all about, alfie? and as a producer and ar...

NEW YORK (AP) — Burt Bacharach, the singularly gifted and popular composer who delighted millions with the quirky arrangements and unforgettable melodies of

The songwriter and singer, who cemented his prominence with hits like "Say A Little Prayer" and "Walk on By," died Wednesday of natural causes.

Bacharach wrote more than 500 songs, many featuring a tinkling piano and subtly seductive horn hooks His songs were recorded by an A-to-Z of artists, literally, from Aretha (Franklin) to Zoot (Sims).

The musician wrote enduring classics like Walk On By and I Say A Little Prayer.

The popular composer and Oscar winner who delighted millions with the quirky arrangements and unforgettable melodies of dozens of hits, has died at 94.

(Reuters) - Composer Burt Bacharach, whose hits such as "Do You Know the Way to San Jose" and "Raindrops Keep Fallin' on My Head" provided a mellow al...

NEW YORK (AP) -- Burt Bacharach, the singularly gifted and popular composer who delighted millions with the quirky arrangements and unforgettable melodies